The top attractions in Vienna

I grew up dreaming of Empress Sissi. I couldn´t understand how she couldn´t be happy, with these gardens, these landscapes, with a prince at her side. Time has passed and now I understand that happiness has nothing to do with having a

This ferris wheel, built in 1897 is an attraction of Vienna, and not just because it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world from the 20s to 1985 with its 61 meter of height. It was one of the things I liked most in the Austrian

Vienna is synonymous with classical music. This building is a must, not only for music fans but for lovers of culture in general. In neoclassical style, it was opened on May 25, 1869. The months before inauguration were full of

Stephensdom is one of the most characteristic places in the Austrian capital. Vienna is a fascinating city for tourists and its cathedral and the Plaza de San Esteban is an unforgettable place. The dark gothic, black area of ​​the

Every year at the beginning of the academic year, the Vienna City Hall would send invitations to the Erasmus students, inviting them to the welcome party hosted by the mayor. That was when I had the opportunity to visit the interior

Right in the center of Vienna, the Parliament stands among other great monumental buildings in this city that fascinated me so much.
From outside, the building is breathtaking. It has a serious air to it, its white marble and shapes

We visited the city of Vienna at Christmas time. We were only there for two days because we were doing the route between the capitals of neighboring countries, so we only had time to visit this palace. We walked from the Kuntshaus

Hofburg, the winter palace, is the largest palace in the city of Vienna and one in which the Empress Sissi resided. 240,000 square meters and 2,600 rooms make up this amazing residence which does not skimp on details anywhere. It is

Located in the emblematic Karlsplatz, in the heart of Vienna, you'll find Karlskirche, one of Vienna's icons. The best way to get there is by metro. Get off at the Karlsplatz top or tram 71. The entry fee to the temple is 6 euros. It

Hundertwasser is one of the main attractions of Vienna as part of their cultural heritage. The complex was built between 1983-1986, you can like it or dislike it but you will not be left indifferent. The building is the work of the

Naschmarkt is the most popular street market in Vienna. Active since the 16th century, you can find absolutely everything from food stalls, fruit, cheese, spices, bread, typical clothing stalls or decorative things. There are also

Bicycle route around the Austrian Danube from Passau (on the border with Germany) to Vienna. Along the 325 kilometers following the course of the river, it passes through beautiful villages in upper Austria and the Wachau wine growing

It is a unique building and it´s worth taking a look at it´s exterior. It is interesting to go inside, although the main reason would be to look at the work of Gustav Klint. Photographs are no alloweed and also the entrance is quite

As stated on the plaque in the square, "Mexico was the only country which officially protested before the League of Nations against the violent annexation of Austria by Nazi Germany." And it was for this reason that it was decided to

The center of Vienna is the heart of the city, where you can find the most important historical monuments easily, without having to travel. The grounds of the Imperial Palace and the Opera House, as well as the Albertina or Emperatiz

The Kunsthistorisches Museum was built over a 20-year period, between 1871 and 1891. The filigree ceilings, the stunning materials, and the tasteful decor is really something to see. I kept catching myself staring at the ceiling or

Karlsplatz Square is one of the most famous in the city. It's practically right next to the Opera and the Exhibition Hall of Secession. We were standing before a very big square, with the occasional small stand in the middle. It's

It is one of the main streets of in the centre of Vienna. It is one of the busiest and most lively you will see throughout the city. This street, which starts almost at the opera house, goes down to Karlsplatz and leads to the famous

The Musikverein is one of the landmarks of Vienna, where every year the world-famous New Year's Concert by the Vienna Philharmonic takes place. Franz Joseph I donated the land for the construction of the building, which opened in

The flea market in Vienna is a perfect place to get to grips with the city. The fleas, who the market is named after, come from the Middle Ages, these parasites attached themselves to peoples' heads and monkeys were used to remove to

Schwarzenbergplatz may not be the most famous square in Vienna, but it's certainly one of the most beautiful. Located at the entrance of Karplatz, at the end of Renweg Street and near Belvedere Gardens, it's a spacious area with a

The Vienna Central Cemetery, or Zentralfriedhoff, is the main and largest cemetery in Vienna. It was once located on the outskirts of the city, but with the unstoppable growth of the city during the Hapsburg period it was engulfed by

European cities always seem to want to focus their cultural offerings in the smallest possible space (a perfect example is the Madrid Art Triangle, that started with three points: Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia, and has

It is located in Vienna. It is the oldest amusement park in the world. Here we can relax or have. There, we can go up the oldest ferris wheel in Europe, go through the tunnel of fear or get on the roller coaster (which is not

I've always loved royal tombs. I guess being close to those ve, in life, were almost inaccessible is an amazing and special feeling. Okay, many people find it strange, but there must be someone out there ve understands me! The

The Burggarten is one of the most beautiful parks in the city of Vienna. It is located behind the Hofburg Palace, and inside you'll find lot of roses, and statues of great musicians like Strauss. It's common to see street performers

If you are lucky enough to go to Vienna in November or December, you must browse through the traditional Christmas markets that are located all throughout the city. There are many, but among them are the Schönbrunn (next to the famous